Austin in May
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 30°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
30°CAvg high
19°CAvg low
11Rainy days (115 mm)
13:32 hDaylight
06:41Sunrise · 20:13 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 30°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.7 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.7 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C | 6°C | 62 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.3 |
| February | 19°C | 8°C | 62 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.6 |
| March | 23°C | 11°C | 75 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| April | 27°C | 15°C | 82 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| May | 30°C | 19°C | 115 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.2 |
| June | 33°C | 23°C | 78 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.7 |
| July | 35°C | 24°C | 42 mm | 6 | – | – | 6.6 |
| August | 35°C | 24°C | 58 mm | 6 | – | – | 6.5 |
| September | 32°C | 21°C | 75 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.2 |
| October | 27°C | 16°C | 84 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| November | 21°C | 11°C | 74 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| December | 17°C | 7°C | 71 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Austin in May?
Daytime highs average 30°C and nights about 19°C.
When is the best time to visit Austin?
The best months are October, November, March, April.